Market Overview
Centreville is pricier ($600K median vs $430K), a difference of about $170K. Both cities average 16 days on market. Severn offers a lower entry point at $200K–$750K.
Centreville
VA
Severn
MD
Median Price
$600K
$430K
Avg Days on Market
16 days
16 days
Price Range
$245K–$3.1M
$200K–$750K
Top Neighborhoods
Centre Ridge, Sully Station, Virginia Run, Little Rocky Run
Severn Run, Meade Village, Piney Orchard, Arundel Mills
Schools
Centreville has a 84% average SOL pass rate; Severn has 77% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Centreville include Centreville High School and Westfield High School; in Severn, Meade High School and Old Mill High School. See Centreville schools | See Severn schools
Centreville
VA
Severn
MD
Avg Pass Rate
84%
77%
Public schools
Centreville High School, Westfield High School, Liberty Middle School
Meade High School, Old Mill High School, Severn River Middle School
Pass Rate
Commute
Severn is closer to downtown at ~40 minutes vs ~40 minutes. Neither city has direct Metro access. Major highway access: Centreville (I-66, Rt 28, Rt 29), Severn (I-97, Rt 32, Rt 3).
Centreville
VA
Severn
MD
Drive to Downtown
~40 min
~40 min
Metro Stations
No Metro access
No Metro access
Metro Lines
N/A
N/A
Major Highways
I-66, Rt 28, Rt 29
I-97, Rt 32, Rt 3
Commuter Rail
None
None
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Centreville or Severn more affordable?
Severn is more affordable with a median home price of $430K, compared to $600K in Centreville. Both cities offer a wide range of housing options, from condos and townhomes to single-family homes. Centreville prices range from $245K–$3.1M. Severn prices range from $200K–$750K.
What are the public-school pass rates in Centreville and Severn?
Centreville public schools have a 84% average SOL pass rate; Severn has 77% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Centreville include Centreville High School and Westfield High School; in Severn, Meade High School and Old Mill High School. Pass rates reflect district-wide assessment results; check the specific assigned schools for any address.
Which is easier to commute from, Centreville or Severn?
Severn has the shorter commute to downtown at ~40 minutes vs ~40 minutes. Centreville has no direct Metro access. Severn has no direct Metro access.
How do Centreville and Severn compare?
Centreville offers spacious homes and residential neighborhoods at accessible price points. Severn is a growing community in Anne Arundel County, conveniently located near Fort Meade and the NSA. The right choice depends on your priorities: budget, commute length, home types, and neighborhood feel. smover can connect you with a verified agent in either city.
Market data verified by smover using real transaction records. School data from Virginia DOE, Maryland MSDE, and DC OSSE public reports. Property tax rates from Virginia Dept. of Taxation (2024). Walkability scores from Walk Score (2024). Crime data from FBI UCR and Virginia State Police (2023). Commute times are approximate rush-hour estimates. Updated June 2026.